The Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 is a powerhouse chip capable of running most PS2 games smoothly on AetherSX2. However, fine-tuning settings can further enhance performance and visual quality. Here’s a suggested configuration:
1. Graphics Settings:
- Renderer: Vulkan (generally preferred for better performance on Android)
- Resolution: Native (for best image quality) or 1x - 2x (for smoother performance)
- Aspect Ratio: Widescreen (16:9) or 4:3 (depending on the game)
- Filtering: Bilinear (good balance of performance and visuals) or Anisotropic 2x/4x (if your device can handle it)
- Upscaling: Off or FSR (if available, for improved performance)
- Hardware Readback: On (if supported by your device)
- Shader Compilation: Async (faster loading times)
2. Emulation Settings:
- EE Cycle Rate: Default or try increasing slightly for demanding games
- VU Cycle Stealing: Default or experiment with higher values for potential speedups
- mVU Flag Hack: On (for compatibility with certain games)
- Multithreaded VU: On (for improved performance)
- Enable Widescreen Patches: On (for games that support it)
- Skip BIOS: On (if you have a BIOS image)
3. Advanced Settings:
- CPU Underclock: Off (Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 should handle full speed)
- Affinity Control Mode: Auto
- Fast Memory Access: On (if supported by your device)
4. Per-Game Settings:
Some games may require specific settings adjustments. Refer to the AetherSX2 Wiki or online forums for per-game recommendations.
Important Notes
- These settings are a starting point. Experiment to find the best balance between performance and visual quality for your specific device and games.
- Ensure your AetherSX2 is up-to-date for the latest performance improvements and bug fixes.
- Consider using the built-in performance overlay to monitor FPS and identify potential bottlenecks.
By following these configuration suggestions, you can maximize your PS2 emulation experience on a Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 device with AetherSX2. Enjoy your favorite classic games!
